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Google Pixel Fold (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£710RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:7.6 inchesMain camera megapixels:48 MP & 10.8 MP & 10.8 MP

Google Pixel Fold (12GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Google Pixel Fold (12GB + 256GB)
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

7.7

Technical score

10%

7.8

User score

â–²Better than 79% of smartphones
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

â–²Better than 51%
7.7

Technical score

Technical score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

7.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

8.2

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

9.0

Software

10%

8.6

Connectivity

4%

6.4

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

â–²Better than 79%
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 75%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Google Pixel Fold (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

25%

7.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

8.2

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

9.0

Software

10%

8.6

Connectivity

4%

6.4

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

7.7
User score
User score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.8
Popularity
Popularity
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Google Pixel Fold (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 6.9 points, which is higher than 64% of smartphones.
6.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

7.4
Brand name
Google
Processor model
Google Tensor G2
This smartphone uses the Google Tensor G2 processor which is faster than processors in 56.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.85 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.85 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 73.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
yes
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP & 10.8 MP & 10.8 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP & 10.8 MP & 10.8 MP which is lower than that of 78.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/3.05
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/3.05 which is wider than that of 83.4% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
30.7 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 30.7 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.3% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
1.6 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
7.6 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 7.6 inches which is larger than the screens of 97.8% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.3% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1840x 2208 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1840x2208 px which is higher than that of 91.9% of smartphones.
Pixel density
380 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 380 ppi which is lower than that of 74.9% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,821 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,821 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 72.7% of smartphones.
Charging speed
30 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 30 W which is slower than in 61.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
92 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 92 min which is slower than 81% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
139.7 mm
This smartphone has a height of 139.7 mm which is shorter than 98.9% of smartphones.
Width
158.7 mm
This smartphone has a width of 158.7 mm which is wider than 99.8% of smartphones.
Thickness
5.8 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 5.8 mm which is thinner than 98.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
283 g
This smartphone weighs 283 g which is heavier than 91.6% of smartphones.
Device volume
109,810 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 109,810 cm³ which is larger than 81.4% of smartphones.
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Google Pixel Fold (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 5 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (5 x vs 0 x).
    5 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1840x2208 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1840x2208 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Has 3D facial recognition
    This smartphone features 3D facial recognition, the average smartphone does not. 4.3% of smartphones support 3D face unlock.
  • 0.93 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (7.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    7.6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 8x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 89.5% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1800 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,800 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 18.8% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.85 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 59.3% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,501 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,501 vs 942
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.85 GHz & 2x2.35 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.85 GHz & 2x2.35 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • 57.5% higher PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone achieves a higher PassMark score than the average smartphone (6,911 vs 4,389). The average smartphone PassMark score is 4,389.
    6,911 vs 4,389
  • 51.3% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,833 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,833 vs 2,533
  • 42.7% higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (1,410 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    1,410 vs 988
  • 16.7% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (7 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    7 W vs 6 W
  • 7.5% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (11,593 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    11,593 vs 10,783
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 75% more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (448 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    448 vs 256
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Magic Editor, Magic Eraser, Live Translate, Call Screen, Best Take
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • 5 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (5 x vs 0 x).
    5 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 10.8% higher DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a higher DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (133 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    133 vs 120
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/3.05 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/3.05 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Has 3D facial recognition
    This smartphone features 3D facial recognition, the average smartphone does not. 4.3% of smartphones support 3D face unlock.
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.2 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.2 vs 2.0
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1840x2208 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1840x2208 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.93 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (7.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    7.6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 51.5% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1000 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,000 nits vs 660 nits
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Has a secondary display
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 23.9 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (139.7 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    139.7 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 2.5 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (5.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    5.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • Is foldable
    This smartphone is foldable, the average smartphone is not. 3.9% of smartphones are foldable devices.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP & 10.8 MP & 10.8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP & 10.8 MP & 10.8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 30 min slower full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (92 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    92 min vs 62 min
  • 27.2% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (572 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    572 min vs 786 min
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 44.2% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (283 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    283 g vs 196.2 g
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Google Tensor G2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Google Tensor G2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2.73x more expensive
    Google Pixel Fold (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£710 vs £260).
    £710 vs £260
  • 2.5% lower user score
    User score
    7.8/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    the average smartphone
    Google Pixel Fold (12GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.80 vs 8.000).
    7.8 vs 8
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Google Tensor G2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Google Tensor G2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP & 10.8 MP & 10.8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP & 10.8 MP & 10.8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 4.1% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (30.7 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    30.7 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (9.5 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    9.5 MP vs 16 MP
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 3.8% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (380 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    380 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 27.2% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (572 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    572 min vs 786 min
  • 30 min slower full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (92 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    92 min vs 62 min
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 3.6% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4821 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,821 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 9.1% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (30 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    30 W vs 33 W
  • 44.2% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (283 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    283 g vs 196.2 g
  • 82.7 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (158.7 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    158.7 mm vs 76 mm
  • 5% lower French repairability index
    This smartphone has a lower French repairability index than the average smartphone (7.6 vs 8). The average smartphone scores 8.
    7.6 vs 8
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    June 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • 12.3% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (109810 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    109,810 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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What we like about Google Pixel Fold (12GB + 256GB)

  • Useful 5.8-inch outer display that feels like a standard smartphone when closed
  • Large 7.6-inch immersive inner screen for effective multitasking and media
  • Excellent photo quality with 'Pixel' aesthetic and consistent white balance
  • Sturdy hinge with a premium feel that holds various angles (tabletop mode)
  • Clean, intuitive Android software with exclusive Google features like Magic Eraser
  • Impressive 5x optical zoom telephoto lens that rivals top-tier slab phones

What we don't like about Google Pixel Fold (12GB + 256GB)

  • High retail price of $1,799, making it difficult to justify for many users
  • Significant bezels on the internal display compared to competitors like Samsung
  • Prone to overheating during demanding tasks like gaming or 4K video recording
  • Slow wired and wireless charging speeds that lag behind industry standards
  • Durability concerns, including reports of fragile inner screens and hinge noises
  • Limited app optimization for the unique inner screen aspect ratio
  • Heavy and bulky design that can be cumbersome for long-term one-handed use

Verdict

The Google Pixel Fold (12GB + 256GB) is the tech giant's first foldable smartphone, featuring a 5.8-inch external OLED display and a large 7.6-inch internal foldable OLED screen, both with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. Powered by the custom Google Tensor G2 chip and 12GB of RAM, it offers excellent performance for daily tasks and leverages Google's AI capabilities for standout computational photography through its triple rear camera system, including a 48MP main sensor and 5x optical telephoto zoom. Key pros include its high-quality cameras, a practical, wide cover-screen aspect ratio that makes it more usable as a standard phone when

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